Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

Job Advertisement: Senior Care Assistant (Permanent - Nights)

Position Overview

• Role: Senior Care Assistant - Care Home (Permanent)

• Location: Ouse View Care Home, 1 Fordlands Road, York, YO19 4QT

• Pay Rate: £16.06 per hour

• Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

• Hours: 48.00 hours per week

• Shift: Nights

• Closing Date: 28 August 2026

Special Incentive

• £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus: Receive this special welcome bonus when you join Barchester in this permanent night role!

About the Role

Are you a dedicated care professional looking for a permanent night-time role with incredible growth opportunities?

Working as a Senior Care Assistant through our supportive bridge staffing agency on behalf of Barchester Healthcare, you will look after the diverse needs of residents to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. In this role, you will supervise and inspire a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager, while providing crucial support to the clinical team in specialised areas such as medication, care assessments, care plans, and reviews.

Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do)

• Supervise, guide, and motivate a team of Care Assistants during night shifts.

• Support the clinical team with medication administration, assessments, care plans, and reviews.

• Attend to the varied needs of residents while consistently respecting their dignity and personal preferences.

• Help maintain a warm, safe, welcoming, and vibrant environment overnight.

Candidate Requirements (What You'll Need)

• NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.

• Specific, practical knowledge of clinical care for the elderly.

• A warm-hearted, compassionate disposition with a genuine commitment to individualised care.

• Strong leadership, motivational, and communication skills.

• Note: Excellent career progression pathways are available, with many Senior Care Assistants advancing into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles.

Rewards & Benefits Package

• Financial Bonus: A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus upon joining.

• Competitive Pay: Excellent hourly rate of £16.06 for 48 hours per week.

• Professional Development: Free training and development opportunities for all roles.

• Wellbeing Support: Access to comprehensive wellbeing and support tools.

• Perks & Recognition: A range of retail discounts, "Employee of the Month" rewards, "Long Service Awards," and an unlimited 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.